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Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa
7 km al Sur de Uvita, Costa Ballena, Ballena, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Playa Ballena and Arco Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (218 reviews)
"The location of the property is beautiful, set back from the road and elevated for a great view of the Pacific. We particularly enjoyed the Happy Hour each day at 5:00 to enjoy the fabulous sunsets. The pool, the colorful plants, the toucans, tanagers, orapendulas and numerous other birds added so ..."
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2025

Hotel Ballena REY
el mariposario, 89428009, Ballena, Provincia de Puntarenas
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM338 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
RM338
RM382 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Secret Lau Pool and Catarata uvita are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
"The 24/7 front counter is a great feature, the pool is nice, the suite upstairs had all we needed in the kitchen, and hot water with good pressure in the shower. The fridge came in handy for leftovers from our favorite restaurant just a few minutes up the street. We met friendly travelers and had ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

La Cusinga Lodge
Km166 Costarena Sur, Ballena, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3-star spa lodge in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
"Beautiful eco lodge with walks on property and ocean views. Natural landscaping - Birds, monkeys butterflies etc."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Canavida Villas & Resort
Calle la Union, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
Stay at this 4-star vacation home in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
"Beautifully furnished and comfortable condo nestled in a jungle setting overlooking the ocean. Sparkling clean infinity pool, full kitchen, BBQ pit on back patio, excellent service from host and staff. The 5k maintained rock road to get there from main hwy is a bit of a rough drive but well worth ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Hotel Uvita Forest
Calle Garcia, Uvita, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
"This hotel was nice and quiet. We appreciated the Gastro area of dining options that were located next door to the hotel. However, at night there is loud, live music coming from the gastro area. Our room was very small but clean. The staff was very friendly and the property was very clean."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel
500 m Norte Parque Marino Ballena, Ballena, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, air conditioning, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Punta Uvita are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews)
"Secure gated facility, and walking distance to the beach!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Finca 6 Archaeological Site
4/5(1 review)
You can study the exhibits at Finca 6 Archaeological Site, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Palmar. Wander the parks and seaside while you're in the area.
Palmar Sur Park
Explore the great outdoors at Palmar Sur Park, a lovely green space in Palmar Sur. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's museums.
Palmar Norte Park
Explore the great outdoors at Palmar Norte Park, a lovely green space in Palmar Norte. Amble around the area's seaside or experience its museums.
Things to do

Uvita: Archaeological Sites with Spheres Stone
RM254
per adult

Costa Rica Mangrove Tour: Terraba National Wetlands - Uvita
RM699
per adult

One Day Tour To Corcovado From Sierpe
RM719
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Uvita - Dominical: Private Kayak Tour - Mangroves of Terraba
RM579
per adult